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Ambitious College - Chair of Governing Body

Ambitious College - Chair of Governing Body

Ambitious about Autism

Haringey

Job type:
Part Time, Supply
Apply by:
1 June 2021

Job overview

“Contributing to and supporting the strategic direction of such a fantastic College as the Chair of Governors has been an absolute privilege.  Seeing the outcomes and the impact the College has on young people's lives is inspiring and worth every moment of my time as Chair.” Previous Chair of Governors, Ambitious College


Ambitious College is a specialist day college for autistic young people. It is a happy and vibrant community where autistic young people learn, thrive and achieve. We are looking to appoint a Chair of our Governing Body as our current Chair retires.


Are you as passionate as we are about making the ordinary possible for children and young people with autism? If so this role presents a perfect opportunity to join us on our journey.


Ambitious about Autism is developing its next 3 year Ambitious Futures Strategy which will, in turn, inform the college 3 year development plan.


Our College Governing Body is made up of Governors from all walks of life and many come to us through a variety of routes and with a range of different backgrounds, skills and experiences. They are all volunteers who work together for the benefit of the College and are the link between the College and the community it serves. Governance is key in supporting and challenging the College to achieve the best it can, and to ensure outstanding progress for its learners.


This challenge is both exciting and significant and I hope very much that you will consider this opportunity to contribute to our future and the lives of young people with autism.


For further details please see the attached recruitment pack, or alternatively please contact Poppy Lindsley on PLindsley@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk for an informal discusson.


Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.


Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

About Ambitious about Autism

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+44 20 8815 5444

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Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for autistic children and young people. We stand with autistic children, young people, champion their rights and create opportunities. The voices of autistic children and young people are at the heart of everything that we do. We want to help create a world where autistic children and young people are heard, included and supported.

Our specialist education services support autistic children and young people to be themselves and realise their ambitions:

- TreeHouse School is a non-maintained special school based in the heart of a thriving community in north London. It educates autistic pupils aged three to 19 from across London and the Home Counties.

- The Rise School is a thriving special school based in Feltham, west London educating autistic pupils aged four to 18.

- Ambitious College is a specialist day college for autistic young people aged 16 to 25. The college has two campuses situated in partnership with mainstream colleges in north and west London.

- Spring School is a special school dedicated to educating autistic pupils aged four to 19. It was opened in 2023 by the Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust and is based in Kingston, south west London.

- St. John’s College is a specialist college based in Brighton supporting young people aged 16-25. The college became part of Ambitious about Autism in 2023.

We stand with autistic children and young people. Now is the time for change. Now is the time for ambition.

Our Values:

Autistic children and young people are at the heart of everything that we do. That’s why:

· We work together – with autistic children and young people, parents and carers, our partners and staff to maximise impact and reach.

· We are open – to new approaches, in how we make decisions, and engage with our community.

· We love learning – and commit to learn from our successes and mistakes; sharing knowledge, expertise and resources.

· We are ambitious – for autistic children and young people and our work.

· We celebrate difference – creating a world where everyone belongs.

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